entry level portable gps: Seems like MIO's ability to set multi waypoints is a distinguishing characteristic that others don't have.. and that's how most of us travel locally, right?
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I'm surprised no one has given you a suggestion. On the off chance you are still looking, I'll add a comment or two. Obviously, any of the units you have listed "could" do the job very well (I've heard good and bad things about each of them). Multiple routing (which my unit doesn't have) would be very nice to have if it's implemented properly. I originally wanted the Magellan because I liked its features better than the others (especially the AAA feature), but didn't want to take a chance (their customer support is terrible). And any unit that allows you to exclude/avoid a road is a good one to get. The Nuvi 200 really is a basic unit and has no Text-to-Speech (which I prefer even though some names are butchered). The 200 also comes with only the lower 48 states (adding Canada can get very expensive), so I would suggest the 250 or 260 (the 260 has TTS). The newer 260W (wide-screen) is probably priced too high right now. As far as ease of use, they all work similarly, but Garmins are probably the easiest and most logical (with Magellan a close second). TomTom will give you many more customizable options, plus has Mapshare (a really great idea). No matter what you decide to get, I'm sure you will be pleased. Just remember that they all have various quirks (even the big, expensive models).
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Entering way points or destinations is relatively easy. Particularly, if you already use any type of road oriented GPS, as long as you are aware of your longitude and latitude. It will also guide you into your selected place within the buoys.
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There was perhaps one rev. of the 1700 that, after a certain s/w update, would not do multiple destinations. If the unit is restored to factory defaults, and then flashed to the latest s/w update, it will work as designed, allowing multiple destination routes.
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Interestingly no. I too like to use GPS on my mobile or android tablet, but VAIO has some kind of sensors. It easily finds my location. No complaints here.
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I wasn't able to create my own route with multiple way points on this unit. My old TomTom is the XL and I downloaded the free Tyre program that works with Google Earth to create itineraries. Tyre works with TomTom and Garmin and you can create an itinerary with lots of waypoints or stops. You can also edit itineraries you already have on your TomTom. Needless to say I bought the VIA 1605 but returned it. Like you I wanted a unit I could create my own itinerary with lots of waypoints.
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I think that it's not OK that all it says on the box is "free traffic" instead of "free traffic with ads." I don't quite feel fully-informed by Garmin. I'm thinking seriously about returning my unit just because I don't like being treated like that.
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I am going to Italy and bought the 1370T. I planned to use in pedestrian mode as well as for driving. I've tested it several times in pedestrian mode in a couple of different locations and it failed every time. Sent me in the opposite direction, missed turns, and doesn't recalculate on it's own. You have to go back to the main screen and do it manually. I don't know - maybe I got a lemon. I'm leaving in less than 2 weeks. I'll either return it and try another unit or hope it works better in driving mode. I was looking at the Tom Tom XLL, which also has European maps preloaded, but it gets mixed reviews as well. Seems a perfect GPS is yet to be created. I am going to Italy and bought the 1370T. I planned to use in pedestrian mode as well as for driving. I've tested it several times in pedestrian mode in a couple of different locations and it failed every time. Sent me in the opposite direction, missed turns, and doesn't recalculate on it's own. You have to go back to the main screen and do it manually. I don't know - maybe I got a lemon. I'm leaving in less than 2 weeks. I'll either return it and try another unit or hope it works better in driving mode. I was looking at the Tom Tom XLL, which also has European maps preloaded, but it gets... » Read More I am going to Italy and bought the 1370T. I planned to use in pedestrian mode as well as for driving. I've tested it several times in pedestrian mode in a couple of different locations and it failed every time. Sent me in the opposite direction, missed turns, and doesn't recalculate on it's own. You have to go back to the main screen and do it manually. I don't know - maybe I got a lemon. I'm leaving in less than 2 weeks. I'll either return it and try another unit or hope it works better in driving mode. I was looking at the Tom Tom XLL, which also has European maps preloaded, but it gets mixed reviews as well. Seems a perfect GPS is yet to be created. « Show Less
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By multi waypoints I assume you mean multiple destinations at once. I have used it to go to a store, my client's home, and then back home, so I would say yes it does multi waypoints. I don't know about custom routs specifically.
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Either in conjunction with a GPS unit, or by programming, or, if you're fortunate enough to live in one of the relatively few areas that are already programmed in, you're good to go. I have not programmed mine yet, and I don't live in one of the favored areas. In order to program it, you have to have either a lot of information and patience, or specialized software, such as that available from ScannerMaster.com (for a price) augmented with data from RadioReference.com (for a subscription fee), which will be my choice when I get the time and money to go that route.
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drussell: If the box had said "Lifetime traffic (with ads)" for instance, that wouldn't have been deceptive. I'm not the only one who has been surprised by the presence of ads on a GPS. I understand the economics. It might even be a good value. But it's ridiculously bad marketing to surprise people like this.I may even decide to keep the unit. The ads aren't that bad, and the price is quite good for what you get. But I like being treated with honesty.
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Most GPS's you can select a route via you put in the city's you want to go through and that is the way the GPS takes you. Those are call waypoints along the route. But as I said before, I would not buy this GPS.
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Yes. I can understand your confusion since unlike some GPS models it doesn't have a dedicated "go to" button, but the functionality is there.
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you can put in three separate locations by first going to the locations and then designating which of the three location options you want for it. then you can switch to any of the three at any time. the device only shows direction to travel as the crow flies,and distance. it is NOT like a garmin GPS which tell you where to turn. it only points you in the direction of one of the three locations you have entered and it will show distance but you have to figure out the paths to take.
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From a usability standpoint, it's the best. Where you might have trouble is getting it setup the way you want it. It's not that hard to do, you just have to know what you want out of your gps. I have a network of geocaching friends that I can lean on or you can always call Garmin's support line. They've always been helpful to me.
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No. It is not designed to be multidirectional. However, It does pick up closer stations despite not being aimed at them.
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The GPS system works great. Sometimes I turn it to label the picture locations when I'm taking photographs. I also use it with Google maps. You can download a map and get voice turn by turn directions as long as you don't take a detour. Obviously it can't recalculate when you have no wifi connection. I like to use the GPS with a downloaded GoogleMap as a substitute for a roadmap (My car has a Tom-Tom, and if I don't know where I'm going, and I'll never get there, as the Tom-Tom tends to be Wrong-Wrong because its about 200ft off. ) So I often my Hisense as a GPS assistant and as a great portable roadmap. The GPS system works great. Sometimes I turn it to label the picture locations when I'm taking photographs. I also use it with Google maps. You can download a map and get voice turn by turn directions as long as you don't take a detour. Obviously it can't recalculate when you have no wifi connection. I like to use the GPS with a downloaded GoogleMap as a substitute for a roadmap (My car has a Tom-Tom, and if I don't know where I'm going, and I'll never get there, as the Tom-Tom tends to be Wrong-Wrong because its about 200ft off. ) So I often my Hisense as a GPS assistant and as a great... » Read More The GPS system works great. Sometimes I turn it to label the picture locations when I'm taking photographs. I also use it with Google maps. You can download a map and get voice turn by turn directions as long as you don't take a detour. Obviously it can't recalculate when you have no wifi connection. I like to use the GPS with a downloaded GoogleMap as a substitute for a roadmap (My car has a Tom-Tom, and if I don't know where I'm going, and I'll never get there, as the Tom-Tom tends to be Wrong-Wrong because its about 200ft off. ) So I often my Hisense as a GPS assistant and as a great portable roadmap. « Show Less
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It has GPS, but most people found the software implementation to be seriously lacking. It takes a while to update your position. I've read that this has been fixed in the FroYo pre-release that was leaked, though, so it may be better once the official release hits in September.